Liberia: Sensitising Citizens to Mental Health Illness, Ending Stigma
Liberia’s outgoing Finance Minister, Boima Kamara, admitting to mental health challenges being responsible for his resignation underscores the need for mental health initiatives in the country. Development Diaries reports that Kamara, during a closed-door meeting, acknowledged that his recent absence from his duty post was due to his struggle with mental illness. We understand that […]
Liberia: Boakai’s Urgent Action Crucial to Addressing Poverty
With nearly 2.5 million Liberians living in absolute poverty, President Joseph Boakai needs to, as a matter of urgency, deliver on his campaign promises. Development Diaries reports that the latest poverty assessment report of the World Bank reveals that nearly one million Liberians live in extreme poverty, while 2.5 million live in absolute poverty. According […]
Liberia: Anti-Corruption Action Boakai Must Take
Liberia’s corruption rating is worrisome, and President Joseph Boakai must not miss this opportunity to reposition the country on the path of transparency and accountability. Development Diaries reports that the West African country declined by a point from its 2022 Corruption Perception Index (CPI) ranking by Transparency International (TI), indicating a poor performance in its […]
Liberia: Time for Country to Renew ‘Lost Hope’
Liberia’s Joseph Boakai has been sworn in as the 26th president of the West African nation, and a critical question for us is: what next? Development Diaries reports that Boakai, who was sworn in for a six-year term at a ceremony in the capital, Monrovia, promised to work for all citizens as he called for […]
Apply: Plan International Programme Specialist
Deadline: 30 December, 2023 Location: Monrovia, Liberia Plan International is seeking to fill the position of TB/HIV/RSSH Programme Specialist. Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. Responsibilities Lead clinical and community-based HIV and TB programmes, collaboratively working with the Ministry of Health (MOH), local partners, […]
Liberia: Red Cross Begins Resilience Building Project
The Liberian Red Cross (LRC) has launched the Recovery and Resilience Building Assistance (RRBA) project to help support victims of floods in vulnerable communities in Liberia. Development Diaries reports that the project aims to build resilient communities capable of managing and reducing disaster risks. This aligns with the humanitarian policy of the Economic Community of […]
Liberia: Increased Financing Crucial to Ending VAWG
Significant investments in the campaign against violence against women and girls (VAWG) in Liberia are crucial to helping the country achieve its gender equality goal by 2023. Development Diaries reports that the UN Women’s Country Representative for Liberia, Comfort Lamptey, said such investments will have a transformative impact on the lives of women and girls […]
Liberia: Kutoa Afrika Provides Clean Water
The Kutoa Afrika Foundation has provided a hand pump for Albert Daniel Peabody High School in Marshall City, Liberia’s Margibi County. Development Diaries reports that the project was completed with support from the National Brotherhood of Hunters. During the project’s dedication, the foundation’s Chief Executive Officer, Gracie Dinkins, emphasised the need for accessible clean water […]
Liberia Election and Lessons for Africa
Liberia‘s recent election is a sobering reminder of the need for African politicians to prioritise country over party and patriotism before self-interest. Development Diaries reports that Liberian President George Weah conceded defeat to Joseph Boakai in the presidential runoff, which took place on 14 November. It is understood that Weah, before the official announcement of […]
Liberia: Need for Transparency in Runoff Election
As Liberia prepares for Tuesday’s run-off election, the country’s National Electoral Commission (NEC) has another opportunity to deliver a credible poll. Development Diaries reports that more than 1,903,229 registered voters will again head to the polls on 14 November to elect the country’s next president. Both President George Weah of the Coalition for Democratic Change […]